Kirbie

4.9

360 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Bistro

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

20:00

Booked 10 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Innovative

KIRBIE Caff' & Bistro

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Bistro, Wine Bar, Dining Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9690 9285
Website
https://kirbie.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
323 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne, AU-VIC 3205
Area
South Melbourne
Cross Street
Corner of James Lane & Clarendon St
Parking details
Try the carpark off James Lane.
Public transit
No.12 Tram<br />No.1 Tram<br /><br />
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Oysters - Sydney Rock, MerimbulaA$6.00
Natural w. lemon or Mignonette | EACH
Anchovies, Pan Con Tomate, ManchegoA$24.00
Pate toastsA$12.00
Chicken SandwichA$17.00
Wagyu Bresaola with RemouladeA$26.00
Meatballs in SugoA$16.00
Mussels in fennel & PernodA$26.00
Seared Scallops, lardoA$21.00
Spring Nicoise, seared Sesame TunaA$28.00

Mains

Lemon Chicken soup, rice & pepperA$22.00
PastitsioA$29.00
Braised Lamb, Stracciatella, RigatoniA$34.00
Market fish in pan juices
Chicken Cotoletta, onion pickle, fried sage, garlic rouilleA$38.00
NY Strip Steak, Kirbie Butter, Parsley sauceA$46.00

Sides

BBQ zucchini, mint & marinated fetaA$16.00
Cucumber & kohlrabi saladA$14.00
Herbed PotatoesA$14.00
Garden Leaves & vinaigretteA$12.00
Truffle FriesA$10.00

Sweets

Galaktoboureko - Greek custard in filo pastryA$14.00
Lemon sorbet EVOOA$14.00
Tart de jour - chocolate & caramelA$18.00
Cheese Service - ask for the current selection

White

Fleury ‘Blanc de Noirs’A$164.00
Brut NV, Champagne, FRA
La Bastide BlancheA$90.00
2022, Provence FRA
Prophets RockA$79.00
2022, Central Otago NZ
Eleni et Edouard VocoretA$174.00
2022 FRA
Jean de la VigneA$112.00
2022 FRA
Classico ‘Battistelle’ Le BattistelleA$92.00
2019 ITA
‘Estate’, Lowestoft EstateA$100.00
2021 TAS
Weingut VollenweiderA$80.00
2021 Mosel GER

Red

‘Sans le Mains’, Rémy MalblieauA$94.00
2022 Loire Valley FRA
MullineA$88.00
2023, Sutherlands Creek
Cote d’or, Domaine ParentA$215.00
2021 FRA
GoldenballA$118.00
2013, Beechworth VIC
Pieve Santa RestitutaA$330.00
2018, Montalcino, ITA
DalwhinnieA$110.00
2020, VIC

Beer

Budvar, LagerA$13.00
Czech Republic
Yebisu, LagerA$11.00
Japan

Digestives

Antica Formula
Fernet Branca
Montenegro
Vecchio Amaro Del Capo
Select

Cocktails

SpritzA$16.00
MartiniA$24.00
Gin, Vodka, Espresso Wet, dry or dirty
Negroni
Old Fashioned
Daquari
Margarita
Whiskey Sour

Whisky, Rum & Cognac

Ichiro’s Malt
Whisky
Neisson Le Bio Agricole
Rhum
Neisson Le Vieux Agricole
Rhum
Sansibar x Whisky Abbey, Secret Speyside 19yo
Sansibar x Whisky Abbey, Coal Ila 15yo
Through the Grapevine LMDW
Cognac
Frederic Mestreau
Cognac
Barbadillo Solera Grand Reservation
Brandy
Barbadillo Peach
Brandy

What 360 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Melbourne
Best Overall
Melbourne
Best Food
Melbourne
Best Service
Inner City South
Best Overall
Inner City South
Best Food
Inner City South
Best Service
Inner City South
Best Ambience
Inner City South
Best Value
Inner City South
Innovative
Inner City South
Hot spot
Inner City South
Neighbourhood gem
Inner City South
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kirbie offers an exceptional dining experience in Melbourne with "delicious dishes crafted with immense skill" and a focus on zero waste cooking. Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and "knowledgeable staff." The innovative menu and relaxed atmosphere make it a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking a memorable meal.

360 Reviews

J
Josephine
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kirbie had such a good vibe - food was delicious as was the wine. Staff are next level with Kirbie herself being totally hands on. Will definitely return
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Teresa
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kirbie is fabulous. Delicious food and Maddie who waited on our table made us feel right at home. Love our new local.
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D
Danniella
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and wine. Perfect for casual to important occasions. Add it to your list.
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C
Craig
London
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Attentive service and great food and wine. While the menu is narrow, each dish is done well.
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Jenny
Melbourne
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were really looking forward to trying the new restaurant Kerbie but came away a little disappointed. Service was excellent, sides were nice but their mains left us deflated.
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kate
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A beautiful dining experience, loved it and will certainly be back!
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D
Danni
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 29 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great atmosphere even on a Tuesday night. The food was excellent, service was fun and friendly and timely. Plenty of wines by the glass to choose from.
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C
Celeste
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing! Perfect environment, food and drinks delicious, incredible service and atmosphere. Just what South Melbourne needs
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N
Nat
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely incredible! I met my friend for a birthday dinner and we had the best night! The food was delicious, as was the wine. The vibe was buzzy but not overpowering and the staff were perfection. This has instantly become my favourite place.
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B
Brook
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous dining experience, Kirby does such a fabulous job and creates the best dining experience.
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FAQs

Kirbie is rated 4.9 stars by 360 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

20:00

Booked 10 times today

323 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne, AU-VIC 3205

Additional information

Cross Street
Corner of James Lane & Clarendon St
Area
South Melbourne
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Bistro, Wine Bar, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Try the carpark off James Lane.
Public transit
No.12 TramNo.1 Tram
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
https://kirbie.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9690 9285

Kirbie

Make a booking

Additional information

Snacks & Starters

Oysters - Sydney Rock, MerimbulaA$6.00

Anchovies, Pan Con Tomate, ManchegoA$24.00

Pate toastsA$12.00

Chicken SandwichA$17.00

Wagyu Bresaola with RemouladeA$26.00

Meatballs in SugoA$16.00

Mussels in fennel & PernodA$26.00

Seared Scallops, lardoA$21.00

Spring Nicoise, seared Sesame TunaA$28.00

Mains

Lemon Chicken soup, rice & pepperA$22.00

PastitsioA$29.00

Braised Lamb, Stracciatella, RigatoniA$34.00

Market fish in pan juices

Chicken Cotoletta, onion pickle, fried sage, garlic rouilleA$38.00

NY Strip Steak, Kirbie Butter, Parsley sauceA$46.00

Sides

BBQ zucchini, mint & marinated fetaA$16.00

Cucumber & kohlrabi saladA$14.00

Herbed PotatoesA$14.00

Garden Leaves & vinaigretteA$12.00

Truffle FriesA$10.00

Sweets

Galaktoboureko - Greek custard in filo pastryA$14.00

Lemon sorbet EVOOA$14.00

Tart de jour - chocolate & caramelA$18.00

Cheese Service - ask for the current selection

White

Fleury ‘Blanc de Noirs’A$164.00

La Bastide BlancheA$90.00

Prophets RockA$79.00

Eleni et Edouard VocoretA$174.00

Jean de la VigneA$112.00

Classico ‘Battistelle’ Le BattistelleA$92.00

‘Estate’, Lowestoft EstateA$100.00

Weingut VollenweiderA$80.00

Red

‘Sans le Mains’, Rémy MalblieauA$94.00

MullineA$88.00

Cote d’or, Domaine ParentA$215.00

GoldenballA$118.00

Pieve Santa RestitutaA$330.00

DalwhinnieA$110.00

Beer

Budvar, LagerA$13.00

Yebisu, LagerA$11.00

Digestives

Antica Formula

Fernet Branca

Montenegro

Vecchio Amaro Del Capo

Select

Cocktails

SpritzA$16.00

MartiniA$24.00

Negroni

Old Fashioned

Daquari

Margarita

Whiskey Sour

Whisky, Rum & Cognac

Ichiro’s Malt

Neisson Le Bio Agricole

Neisson Le Vieux Agricole

Sansibar x Whisky Abbey, Secret Speyside 19yo

Sansibar x Whisky Abbey, Coal Ila 15yo

Through the Grapevine LMDW

Frederic Mestreau

Barbadillo Solera Grand Reservation

Barbadillo Peach

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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